As a vessel owner, it is essential that you have a solid understanding of both what the US Coast Guard does, and where exactly they operate. It is almost guaranteed that you will come into contact with the USCG at some point or another over the course of your experience as a boat owner, but…
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Is It Legal to Sail While Waiting for Vessel Documentation to Complete?
Having a boat can give you a life’s pleasure that not everyone has the privilege to experience. You may master boating skills to ensure that your boat sails in the right direction. But that’s not all you need to consider. You also have to think about vessel documentation. That is if your boat requires to…
What Type of Vessels Can Be Documented with the USCG?
Being near water can help you calm down. This is especially beneficial if your daily life is stressful. Owning a boat can help you break the stressors. You can use your boat for recreational purposes. You may also consider it as your business. If you do use it commercially, make sure that you comply with…
Finding the Size of the Vessel Through USCG Vessel Lookup — Possible or Not?
Are you still deciding what size of boat you need? You can start by knowing how you will use the draft. Once you have determined the size of the boat you want to purchase, you may start searching for a boat for sale. If you want a bigger boat that you can use commercially, you…
Can Thieves Use USCG Vessel Search to Find the Next Target?
As a boat owner, you will have a lot of responsibilities to ensure that you can use your boat legally. One of the things to consider is boat documentation. It is important to note that boat documentation is not for every vessel. If yours is at least 5 net tons, then you need to document…
Does a USCG Vessel Registry Store Title Boats?
Vessel documentation is a type of regulation that serves as a standard to prove the boat’s nationality. It is vital if you sail in international waters. This is a form of endorsement by the USCG. The USCG vessel registry can tell whether or not the endorsement is for recreational purposes or international trade purposes. The…